فضيلة

Fadila

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Fadila is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Virtue, moral excellence”.

MeaningVirtue, moral excellence
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Written asفضيلة
Pronunciationfa-DEE-lah
TraditionMuslim
Used inAlgeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Bosnia

Meaning and origin of Fadila

Fadila is the usual Maghrebi, Levantine and Bosnian way of writing Faḍīla, virtue. North Africans may also spell it Fadela or Fadhila, and among Bosniaks Fadila is a long-established name. Its root speaks of excelling and of graciousness. What makes the name appealing is that it values a good character above good looks, a quality that parents everywhere hope to see in a daughter.

Is Fadila a Muslim name?

Fadila is a Muslim name of Arabic origin that celebrates virtue.

How popular is Fadila?

Common in Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia, and among Bosniaks.

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Spellings and variants of Fadila

FadheelaFadelaFazilaFadhila

Names similar to Fadila

FadheelaFazilaFadelaFadhila

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Fadila mean?

Fadila means 'Virtue, moral excellence'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Fadila a Muslim name?

Fadila is a Muslim name of Arabic origin that celebrates virtue.

How do you pronounce Fadila?

Fadila is pronounced fa-DEE-lah.

Is Fadila a boy or girl name?

Fadila is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.